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USA Today
21-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Why this Rams WR doesn't wear his Super Bowl ring
The Los Angeles Rams won their first Super Bowl in more than two decades in 2021 thanks to a lot of different contributors. Matthew Stafford was obviously the biggest, but there were plenty of other players who earned a Super Bowl ring thanks to what they did both in the regular season and in the playoffs. But one ex-Rams player doesn't like to wear his Super Bowl ring in the years following the victory. Former NFL receiver DeSean Jackson, who only played seven games for L.A. in 2021, said the ring the Rams game him is a "bittersweet situation," on a recent episode of "All Facts No Brakes with Keyshawn Johnson." 'It's a bittersweet situation," Jackson said. "I ain't even play in the game." Early in the conversation, Jackson said Rams coach Sean McVay brought him to L.A. to fill the deep threat role vacated by Brandin Cooks. However, Jackson didn't see a lot of action during his seven games with the team. He only caught eight receptions for 221 yards and one touchdown on 15 targets. Jackson and the Rams parted ways midway through the season and he finished the year with the Las Vegas Raiders. The team still gave Jackson a ring, though Jackson added that his contribution to the team won't be a defining element of his career because of it. Jackson played 15 years in the league, mostly for the Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Commanders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He finished with 641 receptions for 11,263 yards and 58 touchdowns.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Cheryl Miller compares Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese to Larry Bird and Magic Johnson
The post Cheryl Miller compares Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese to Larry Bird and Magic Johnson appeared first on ClutchPoints. Basketball legend Cheryl Miller has previously weighed in on the WNBA, Caitlin Clark, and Angel Reese. Now she is taking her analysis to a new level. Advertisement On the All Facts No Brakes podcast with Keyshawn Johnson, Miller tried to link the 'rivalry' between Clark and Reese to that of Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. But offered a contrast by saying that the commentary surrounding the WNBA is rooted in driving a wedge between women in sports. 'You had Magic [Johnson] and Larry [Bird] who competed… It's kind of like the same thing, a little with Angel Resse and Caitlin Clark… The narrative is always different with women. We are either petty, jealous, or envious.' From the time both arrived in the WNBA, there has been a heightened level of attention given to both players. The launching point was when LSU defeated Iowa in the 2023 NCAA championship game in which LSU defeated Iowa 102-85 before a record audience of 10 million viewers. Advertisement Reese's 'you can't see me' gesture was perceived as a slight towards Clark. Racial narratives have dictated much of the hoopla surrounding both players and the WNBA at large. Miller has given Clark kudos for how she has handled the attention. She's also praised Reese for her competitiveness and skills she brings to bear. Miller is one of the pioneers in popularizing the women's game as a player, coach, and broadcaster. Now she is one of the strongest advocates for the growth of women's basketball. Last year, she was a coach at the WNBA All-Star. But is she right about comparisons to the past? Are Clark/Reese the Magic/Bird of the WNBA? Since 2023, there has been a tendency to compare Clark and Reese to Magic and Bird. Starting with the fact that each duo galvanized the nation in college. Advertisement In 1979, Magic and Bird played in the highest rated men's national championship game. Magic's Michigan State defeated Bird's Indiana State 75-64. From there, the two found themselves playing for two of the marquee names in the NBA. Magic with the Los Angeles Lakers and Bird with the Boston Celtics. During the 1980's, the NBA catapulted into the national consciousness with both players leading the way. The contrasting identities combined with their skills on the court enshrined them into the annals of popular culture. Some are anticipating the same in the WNBA with Clark and Reese. Both have devoted fan bases, drive a flurry of buzz in media, cultivated themselves into the popular culture, and become a lightning rod for social commentary. Advertisement While the connection can be surface level, it is still too early to see how far it will go. Related: Red Panda updates fans after scary WNBA halftime fall Related: WNBA rumors: Houston still eyeing franchise despite expansion cities announcement
Fox Sports
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox Sports
Keyshawn Johnson Returns to Los Angeles Roots in New Limited Series 'LA Legends'
Last November, FOX Sports' Keyshawn Johnson returned to Susan Miller Dorsey High School in Baldwin Hills alongside fellow South Central LA native Paul Pierce to relive their shared inner-city upbringings. Most notably, Johnson revealed how local gang members would intimidate rival high schools by shooting out the stadium lights — earning Dorsey's Jackie Robinson Field its infamous nickname, " The Terrordome ." This summer, Johnson, a USC alum, former No. 1 overall draft pick and 11-year NFL wide receiver, is diving deeper into his Los Angeles roots in a new limited series titled "LA Legends" on his digital show "All Facts No Brakes." Johnson sits down with legendary figures interconnected within the LA landscape and immerses himself in the fabric of the city by visiting landmarks such as California State Prison and Inglewood High School. Through storytelling with guests such as Baron Davis, Trevor Ariza, Candace Parker and Ice Cube, "LA Legends" captures the heartbeat of Los Angeles and how the city shaped each legend's career. Watch the series trailer and catch new episodes of the show weekly at 9 a.m. ET on "All Facts No Brakes." Episode 1: South Central Stars (ft. DeSean Jackson, Baron Davis and Paul Pierce) These four former pro athletes and LA natives sit down for an authentic conversation about how growing up here shaped their mentality and success. Episode 2: Women's Hoops Pioneers (ft. Candace Parker and Cheryl Miller) On the heels of her jersey retirement with the Sparks, Candace Parker joins up with her GOAT Cheryl Miller to discuss their impact on women's hoops. Episode 3: N.W.A Tribute (ft. Lil Eazy-E, DJ Yella and Arabian Prince) Founding members of N.W.A — DJ Yella and Arabian Prince — join Lil Eazy-E's son to pay tribute to the group's South Central LA roots and cultural impact. Episode 4: Ice Cube Sit-down Ice Cube sits down for a 1-on-1 conversation about delivering the Dodgers World Series trophy, playing street basketball and pivoting from local Compton celebrity to worldwide star. Episode 5: Rowley Park Hoops (ft. Brandon Jennings and Michael Cooper) Brandon Jennings returns to his hometown Compton basketball gym, where he has since rehabilitated, with a surprise appearance by childhood mentor Michael Cooper. Episode 6: Paul Pierce Returns to Inglewood Paul Pierce meets Keyshawn Johnson at his old stomping grounds at Inglewood High School and the two reflect on their shared roots in the heart of LA. Episode 7: Los Angeles Prison visit (ft. Trevor Ariza) In partnership with the LA-based non-profit "Between the Lines," Keyshawn Johnson heads to California State Prison in Los Angeles County with Lakers champion Trevor Ariza to play basketball with the incarcerated population. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! recommended Get more from National Football League Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more
